Indigenous Rock Artist Sinematic Battles Inner Turmoil In "War With Myself"

Fri May 12, 2023

Everyone has moments of self-doubt, but for those who must manage mental health issues, it can become a full-blown war. Indigenous hard rock artist Sinematic expresses this struggle in their new single, "War With Myself", which also features guitar, bass, and drums from artist Loris Castiglia. Check it out on YouTube here:

The song opens with solemn vocals from Sinematic's lead singer Ayden Gray, whose voice is a little reminiscent of Danny Elfman as the character Jack Skellington from the film Nightmare Before Christmas. For the first couple of verses, Gray sings of a suspended state of disbelief and darkness before the chorus comes in.

"I can’t go on
fighting like this
always feeling
alone and worthless
at war with the world"

Canadian Alt.Pop/EDM Rising Star Mikalyn Releases “Never Mine”

Fri May 12, 2023

Canadian alt-pop/EDM prodigy Mikalyn continues to shift gears with her new single “Never Mine”, out now.

Well-known for her haunting, soulful vocal delivery on uptempo collaborations with EDM artists such as Machine Drivers, Öwnboss & Zerky and Röde, Mikalyn slows things down with “Never Mine” for a sultry, sorrowful track that sheds light on the modern dating world and the struggles that accompany it.

It’s another bold move away from her EDM roots, continuing a trend she started with her 2022 single “Ready to Love You.”

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/1JSCyAIrW2qM6qTR9JV4vA

 “This song is especially relevant to those who find themselves in situation-ships, sneaky-link or friends with benefits situations,” says Mikalyn of “Never Mine”, “and to those who lay in bed at night creating false scenarios that they are trying to wish into existence.”

Nameless Friends Rocks Hard With “Need” On Climate Change And Economic Inequality

Fri May 12, 2023

Nameless Friends think big. Big music. Big sound. Big ideas. Go big or go home. Which is part of the reason why the ferocious rock band from London, Ontario, wrote their new single “Need” about the biggest problem of the modern world: climate change and its relationship to economic inequality.

Check out “Need” on YouTube here:

Fun times, right? But Nameless Friends is not a dour band. Far from it. This is also the band who put out a live album of Queen covers, recorded in front of a sold-out crowd at Toronto’s Horseshoe Tavern—because they’re the kind of band that can actually pull off a Queen cover set, with all the musical chops and sense of camp that requires.

Trinidad-born Healer King Gabriel Quincy Collymore Uplifts In New "Spiritual Being" Single

Fri May 12, 2023

Trinidad-born healer King Gabriel Quincy Collymore is uplifting in his newest track “Spiritual Being” on YouTube here:

Affirmations are a huge part of many people’s spiritual journey and Deux Rivieres, ON-based singer-songwriter King Gabriel Quincy Collymore dishes out the positivity on his newest single “Spiritual Being.”

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/1TxZzZsKWj0Cswr9K5mzyZ

Looking to help listeners elevate themselves, King Gabriel tunes into his spiritual healing background to sing out affirmations of being your own king or queen over a mid-tempo R&B groove that runs through the song.

Toronto Singer-Songwriter Henry Lees Unlocks a Summer Peace and Love Party with "Free This Love"

Fri May 12, 2023

Over the years, we’ve heard that love is the answer, the drug, can build a bridge, lifts us up where we belong, is endless, a crazy little thing and is, of course, all you need. Most certainly, this highest of emotions is at its best when it’s shared as far and wide as possible. Award-winning Canadian Singer-Songwriter Henry Lees is aiming to spread the love far beyond his own glowing heart with his funkified, grooved-up new single “Free This Love”, available everywhere on May 1, Global Love Day.

Check out “Free This Love”, on YouTube here:

UK-Emerging Singer Songwriter Gideon Foster Releases “Affirmation” New Single from Prophecy Out Now

Fri May 12, 2023

Gideon Foster is a noteworthy, emerging singer-songwriter based in Yorkshire, UK, blending his philosophical outlook on life with a unique sound of his own. His love of music has led him down many different roads and genres, and while Gideon has drawn inspiration from many of them, he is not to be constrained by them, preferring to go with the flow.

Check out “Affirmation” on YouTube here:

Gideon answered his calling a little later than most, not producing a song until his mid-40s but hasn’t stopped since, releasing many singles, an EP, and most recently his debut album Prophecy which is a musical documentation of his journey and the life-changing event that led to him writing songs.

UK Jazz Artist Fiona Ross Captures the Bustle, Profundity and Glamour of the Everyday on New Album Thoughts, Conversations, and To Do Lists

Fri May 12, 2023

Jazz singer-songwriter Fiona Ross undertakes the difficulty of capturing the everyday – via both its birds-eye view and its sharp, minute detail – on her new album Thoughts, Conversations and To Do Lists – check it out on YouTube here:

 She manages to crystallize the racing interior monologue, the standstill of the post-breakup blues, the gentle flow of a thirst for knowledge. She also deftly paints the party atmosphere, the easy camaraderie between friends, and the steadfast desire for truth.

Alternative R&B Super Producer/Artist Chin Injeti Celebrates Love In New Single “Expensive” feat. Jarrel The Young

Fri May 05, 2023

They say that loving someone romantically comes with a cost, but most of the time that cost can be worth it. When you really love your partner, you are willing to spare almost anything to make them happy. Chin Injeti embodies this feeling in his new alternative R&B single, “Expensive” feat. Jarrel The Young. Check it out on YouTube here:

Synth pop guitar grooves open the song and give it an almost trippy vibe. It channels the feel-good vibes of Grace Jones' 1987 song "Crush", which has a somewhat similar feeling of relishing the thrill of love. After Injeti's sonorous vocals sing the first verse, the song's pre-chorus kicks in and pushes the song to an exciting height.

"It's expensive
But I’m obsessive
Oh when push comes to shove
I deserve it."

London, UK’s Indie Rockers MURMAN Release “Billie Holiday” From Dazzle EP

Fri May 05, 2023

Bursting on the fringe of indie rock comes London, UK’s MURMAN and their latest EP, Dazzle . And just as it says, the collection of tracks will do exactly that - dazzle you.

The MURMAN four piece boasts David Murdoch, Domenico Corapi, Felix Paillette, and Arion Petrovski. And together, the singer/songwriters take a swig from synth rock giants Joy Division and The Cure, mixed in a cocktail of Foster the People and Arcade Fire. The result is a contemporary throwback to when the melodies and the lyrics worked in tandem to catch and hold the listener. And MURMAN throw just enough nods to pop culture that the soundscape is a 360° experience.

The band members came together through a GumTree ad and continue to make waves on London’s music scene. From Murdoch’s Zorro-esque mask and tassel-adorned shirt, MURMAN’s attention to detail starts in the chords and works its way to their showmanship. To date, the group consistently sells out shows in some of the most legendary venues of the capital.

Nigerian-Born, Ottawa, ON-Based Hip-Hop Artist Banggz Medicates His Pain With "Placebo Effect"

Fri May 05, 2023

Everyone has their own coping mechanisms for dealing with their personal pain. Even if they aren't necessarily considered healthy to some people, you can't blame someone for wanting to feel something other than pain for a little while. Lagos, Nigeria-born, Ottawa, ON-based hip-hop artist Banggz puts his vices on full display in his new single "Placebo Effect".  Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/3NX1OcCB50kkMivHwdwGfu

The song opens with an electronic sounding hip-hop beat before Banggz comes in with the song's witty chorus, which describes leaning on a lover to make his pain easier to deal with.

"Okay okay the Gemini Gem just Began again
Okay okay tryna find balance in between the pain
Okay okay she hit my line just to show me love again
Okay she took things just to open up again
I feel great already"

Rising Pop Star Anna Goldsmith Releases “Go” Single

Fri May 05, 2023

Anna Goldsmith, the rising pop star from Innisfil, Ontario has collaborated with Dutch composer and producer Jan Jansen to release their third original single, “Go” – check it out on YouTube here:

The twosome met through Instagram and have teamed up to release originals such as “Follower”, and “Miracle” and covers that include, “One Way or Another” by Blondie and “Father Christmas” by the Kinks. The dynamic duo has several more originals in the works and plans to release an entire album together.

The newly released Go was composed and recorded by Jansen while Anna wrote the lyrics and then recorded the vocals. The new energetic and powerful anthem reflects Anna’s outgoing and confident personality and her desire to empower her fans to truly love themselves as who they are.

James Gray Releases "Sleepless" From New 'Friends That Talk Like Old Friends' Album

Fri Apr 28, 2023

James Gray brings us heartfelt stories and tales for a new dawn with his single 'Sleepless' from his new album 'New Friends That Talk Like Old Friends' released late last year.

James is a traveling folk singer that spends half his years living in his cabin in Muskoka, Ontario, in peaceful nature, composing music and allowing himself to breathe. The other half of his life takes him worldwide, including tours of Canada, Europe, and Australia, with more countries and continents on his roster. His natural fingerstyle guitar work and haunting vocals bring visions and sounds of The Band, Townes Van Zandt, and Bonnie "Prince" Billy, with a healthy dose of folk, Americana, and alt-country all being the foundations of his song-crafting style. There is a sad and honest sound that James brings us with his particular sound, and with this album, it’s easily recognized.

Toronto Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Matt Epp Releases "Live Free" Single from 13th Album 'Rolling Wave'

Fri Apr 28, 2023

International touring artist and award-winning singer-songwriter Matt Epp will release his 13th album, “Rolling Wave,” and its new single, “Live Free” – check out on YouTube here:

The Toronto-based troubadour has found himself on the forefront of the Canadian music scene for more than a decade. Epp’s confessional songwriting and intimate performance style have gained him a worldwide following and a 2017 Grand Prize win at the International Songwriting Competition. His songs, which draw on folk, blues, and Americana, have garnered regular rotation on CBC, Sirius XM and community radio.

Ottawa Born-Toronto Based Psychedelic Folk Rocker Gary Edward Allen Muses On Life In "Final Surprise"

Fri Apr 28, 2023

One thing about rock music that some people forget is that it is an amalgamation of different genres including such as country and blues. For music artists who know this, they have the potential to bridge the past and present by bringing the roots of rock music to a contemporary sound. This is the case with psychedelic folk and classic rock singer Gary Edward Allen and his new single "Final Surprise". Check out YouTube here:

Rising Pop Singer Filomena Croce Releases “Renaissance” Single

Fri Apr 28, 2023

Italian pop singer Filomena Croce’s new single “Renaissance” is out now on all streaming platforms.

Recorded in Toronto, Ontario with producer Roy Hamilton III (Britney Spears, Michael Jackson, NSYNC, Joe), “Renaissance” fittingly marks a new beginning for the singer/songwriter, who moved to Mexico in 2022 and on the way to setting down in Turkey this month.

“I had just come out of a difficult period and felt the need to express my will to give life another chance,” says Croce. “l felt positive, empowered, energetic, and both the lyrics and the rhythm of the song reflected this renewed mood.”

On “Renaissance”, Croce celebrates a renewed focus, another opportunity to take life by the horns and live it to the fullest.

“I want to live, I want to give this life another chance,” she sings. “I want to feel free like the wind.”

Check out “Renaissance” on YouTube here:

Electro Folk Artist Adrienne Nye Releases “Stardust” From Upcoming ‘These Winter Skies’ Album

Fri Apr 28, 2023

Canadian electronic folk-pop artist Adrienne Nye will soon release her new EP, These Winter Skies, which she has teased audiences with through a handful of singles. “Stardust” was her most-recent drop, a song that the Montreal-born, Vancouver-based said holds deep meaning for her.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/6OK8TUSI5uipcSB36DjNCR

“The song is an anthem of change, and it really became an outlet for my frustration as a woman who still feels like I have to fight to have a voice in this industry, especially as I get older,” Nye explained.

She teamed up with Cody Taylor of Fiend Recordings to produce “Stardust.” Taylor also helped the artist produce other tracks on These Winter Skies, such as “The River” and “I Need The Light,” which have both already been released as singles. Nye launched her own boutique indie record label in December 2022 - Yaletown Records - and it’s behind the artist’s upcoming EP.

Singer Songwriter Christopher Jackson Beats Writer’s Block in Sublime “Only You”

Fri Apr 28, 2023

When inspiration seems far away, sometimes all you really need to do is look no further than the one you love. Kingston, ON singer-songwriter Christopher Jackson chronicles that moment of divine realization in his new single "Only You" Watch it on YouTube here:

“I was going through a period of ‘writer’s block,’” Jackson recalls, “And could not come up with any music or lyric ideas. I was feeling stuck and frustrated until my partner Nicole told me to snap out of this funk and just write whatever I’m thinking about. I chirped back ‘the only thing I’m gonna write about is you.’ That line sprouted the single.”

Eight Release “Take It Back”

Fri Apr 28, 2023

EIGHT was formed in Toronto by singer Geof Childs and guitarist Dom Spina.

After writing countless songs and mastering their craft, they met drummer Capps and bassist Anthony Caetano.

The band is currently in the studio with Micahel Sarracini at Mono Road Music, who has worked with Frozen Ghost, Honeymoon Suite, and Alfie Zappacosta. Their lead-off single "Without You" has already been added by FM radio and Online radio in Canada, USA and Germany, and their new single "Take It Back" is sure to exceed that international success.

Check out “Without You” on YouTube here:

EIGHT's debut album Sleepless In Toronto, will be released in the Summer of 2023, and will surely be heard around the world.

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